MADISON, Wis. — Earlier this month, DNC Chair Jaime Harrison joined Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley for a roundtable discussion to engage with Black voters in Milwaukee and highlight how Democrats are working to reduce inequalities and advance opportunities for the
Mayor Johnson announces the launch of the “Hello Summer” program, providing employment opportunities, extracurricular activities, and events for youth throughout the summer season. This initiative, supported by various city departments and partner organizations, aims to empower participants through essential work
Audio File to Radio Address. MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered his weekly radio address celebrating Juneteenth in Wisconsin. This week, Gov. Evers also signed Executive Order #230, raising the Juneteenth Flag above the Wisconsin State Capitol for the fifth
Julia Henley, long-time Southwest Wisconsin business owner, this week announced her candidacy for the Wisconsin Assembly, in the newly-formed 41st district, as a Democrat. Henley, a Michigan native who has lived and worked in the Driftless region for nearly three decades,
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting applications for the E-Cycle Wisconsin Electronics Collection Grant for projects hosting an electronics collection site or event between September 2024 and December 2025. Financial support for additional collection
MILWAUKEE – In response to the shooting at Washington Park that occurred on June 19, 2024, Milwaukee County Supervisors Sky Z. Capriolo and Shawn Rolland, who represent Washington Park and its surrounding areas, have issued the following statements: Supervisor Sky
Former Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk has endorsed Rep. Melissa Ratcliff for Wisconsin State Senate in the new Senate District 16. “Melissa Ratcliff gets things done,” said Falk. “She’s shown that in the Assembly and she’ll bring that same skill,
On Tuesday, as Donald Trump returned to the scene of his failed Foxconn project in Racine, local leaders held a press conference to make it clear they won’t forget his broken promises to their community and Wisconsin. Trump didn’t mention
The La Crosse County Democratic Party will be holding a press conference on Friday, June 21 at their offices at 2318 State Rd. to discuss GOP candidate for State Senate District 32 Stacey Klein’s admission that she does not live
PRESS RELEASE – Monona Mayor Mary O’Connor Endorses Maia Pearson for Wisconsin State Assembly (1)Download … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which
WHAT: Attorney General Josh Kaul will visit the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office as it is one of twelve law enforcement agencies around the state that received grants from state opioid settlement funds that the Wisconsin Department of Justice helped secure. Twelve
EAU CLAIRE, WI –Secretary of State Godlewski joins some of the state’s finest public servants, artists, academics, and small business owners enthusiastically endorsing Butler’s campaign. “As a proud product of Eau Claire public schools, I’ve known Nick Butler since our
Delafield, WI—Today the Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) announced the hiring of Nelson Ritthaler as Director of Donor & Stakeholder Relations. Nelson will work with IRG leadership to communicate our work to major stakeholders, donors, prospective donors, and foundations. He
OSHKOSH, Wis. – Today a jury found Jason Lindemann, 53, of Oshkosh, guilty of fourteen counts related to his involvement driving a powerboat that struck a paddlewheel cruise boat on the Fox River on July 9, 2022, including two counts
Madison, WI – Today, State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) announced plans to reintroduce the Wisconsin Kids Online Safety Act. The legislation will create an option for parents to enable important safety features on their child’s social media account. 12 states
De Pere, WI – Trump-Endorsed Conservative Tony Wied attended President Donald Trump’s rally in Racine, WI, yesterday, where President Trump praised Wied as straight out of central casting. Wied was the only candidate running in WI-08 who attended the rally.
Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) is appalled by the financial catastrophe caused by Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) and how it affects the schools in the 74th district. “Gathering all the information over the past few weeks when it comes
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Supreme Court announced today that the State Law Library will be named in honor of Lavinia Goodell, the first woman lawyer in Wisconsin. The announcement comes on the heels of Monday’s Wisconsin Women Lawyers Day.
Today, Biden-Harris 2024 is launching a new television ad, “Our Spirit,” to commemorate Juneteenth, which Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were proud to establish as a federal holiday as part of their agenda to tackle systemic racism head on after Donald Trump
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resouces (DNR) invites the public to attend the 65th anniversary celebration of the George W. Mead Wildlife Area in Milladore from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 22, 2024. The event is hosted by
MADISON, Wis. — Earlier this month, DNC Chair Jaime Harrison joined Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley for a roundtable discussion to engage with Black voters in Milwaukee and highlight how Democrats are working to reduce inequalities and advance opportunities for the Black community. Read more of the the discussion between Black
Mayor Johnson announces the launch of the “Hello Summer” program, providing employment opportunities, extracurricular activities, and events for youth throughout the summer season. This initiative, supported by various city departments and partner organizations, aims to empower participants through essential work experience, skill development, and mentorship. Key Highlights: Empowering Youth: “He… Please
Audio File to Radio Address. MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered his weekly radio address celebrating Juneteenth in Wisconsin. This week, Gov. Evers also signed Executive Order #230, raising the Juneteenth Flag above the Wisconsin State Capitol for the fifth year in a row. Gov. Evers also proclaimed June 19, 2024,
Julia Henley, long-time Southwest Wisconsin business owner, this week announced her candidacy for the Wisconsin Assembly, in the newly-formed 41st district, as a Democrat. Henley, a Michigan native who has lived and worked in the Driftless region for nearly three decades, has never seriously contemplated elective office before. But, “this year
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting applications for the E-Cycle Wisconsin Electronics Collection Grant for projects hosting an electronics collection site or event between September 2024 and December 2025. Financial support for additional collection sites and events will make it easier for residents in
MILWAUKEE – In response to the shooting at Washington Park that occurred on June 19, 2024, Milwaukee County Supervisors Sky Z. Capriolo and Shawn Rolland, who represent Washington Park and its surrounding areas, have issued the following statements: Supervisor Sky Z. Capriolo: “It’s devastating to wake up to the news
Former Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk has endorsed Rep. Melissa Ratcliff for Wisconsin State Senate in the new Senate District 16. “Melissa Ratcliff gets things done,” said Falk. “She’s shown that in the Assembly and she’ll bring that same skill, focus and determination to the State Senate. She has earned
On Tuesday, as Donald Trump returned to the scene of his failed Foxconn project in Racine, local leaders held a press conference to make it clear they won’t forget his broken promises to their community and Wisconsin. Trump didn’t mention Foxconn once during his rally, maybe because he didn’t want
The La Crosse County Democratic Party will be holding a press conference on Friday, June 21 at their offices at 2318 State Rd. to discuss GOP candidate for State Senate District 32 Stacey Klein’s admission that she does not live in the district she is seeking to represent in the
PRESS RELEASE – Monona Mayor Mary O’Connor Endorses Maia Pearson for Wisconsin State Assembly (1)Download … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
WHAT: Attorney General Josh Kaul will visit the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office as it is one of twelve law enforcement agencies around the state that received grants from state opioid settlement funds that the Wisconsin Department of Justice helped secure. Twelve Tribal nations, county, and municipal law enforcement agencies received grants
EAU CLAIRE, WI –Secretary of State Godlewski joins some of the state’s finest public servants, artists, academics, and small business owners enthusiastically endorsing Butler’s campaign. “As a proud product of Eau Claire public schools, I’ve known Nick Butler since our high school debate days. His sharp intellect and unwavering commitment
Delafield, WI—Today the Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) announced the hiring of Nelson Ritthaler as Director of Donor & Stakeholder Relations. Nelson will work with IRG leadership to communicate our work to major stakeholders, donors, prospective donors, and foundations. He can be reached at nr@reforminggovernment.org. IRG CEO, CJ Szafir said,
OSHKOSH, Wis. – Today a jury found Jason Lindemann, 53, of Oshkosh, guilty of fourteen counts related to his involvement driving a powerboat that struck a paddlewheel cruise boat on the Fox River on July 9, 2022, including two counts of Second Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety, eleven counts of Fail
Madison, WI – Today, State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) announced plans to reintroduce the Wisconsin Kids Online Safety Act. The legislation will create an option for parents to enable important safety features on their child’s social media account. 12 states have now enacted laws aimed at keeping kids safe as
De Pere, WI – Trump-Endorsed Conservative Tony Wied attended President Donald Trump’s rally in Racine, WI, yesterday, where President Trump praised Wied as straight out of central casting. Wied was the only candidate running in WI-08 who attended the rally. Watch President Trump’s remarks HERE. Wied also met entrepreneur and former
Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) is appalled by the financial catastrophe caused by Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) and how it affects the schools in the 74th district. “Gathering all the information over the past few weeks when it comes to Milwaukee Public Schools has been a whirlwind,” said Rep.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Supreme Court announced today that the State Law Library will be named in honor of Lavinia Goodell, the first woman lawyer in Wisconsin. The announcement comes on the heels of Monday’s Wisconsin Women Lawyers Day. A celebration Monday at the Rock County Courthouse recognized the
Today, Biden-Harris 2024 is launching a new television ad, “Our Spirit,” to commemorate Juneteenth, which Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were proud to establish as a federal holiday as part of their agenda to tackle systemic racism head on after Donald Trump fueled it. The 60-second spot celebrates the contributions of Black
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resouces (DNR) invites the public to attend the 65th anniversary celebration of the George W. Mead Wildlife Area in Milladore from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 22, 2024. The event is hosted by the Friends of Mead and McMillan Wildlife Areas. Nestled in